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First Things First

FOX Sports
NFL
World Cup
Kansas City Chiefs
New England Patriots
Lamar Jackson
Josh Allen
New York Knicks
Drake May
NFL Playoffs
Victor Wembanyama
Dallas Cowboys
Buffalo Bills
Seattle Seahawks
Patrick Mahomes
Drake Maye
Super Bowl
Baltimore Ravens
Philadelphia Eagles
Matthew Stafford
San Antonio Spurs

First Things First airs Weekdays at 3 PM ET on FS1! Join Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes as they discuss the biggest stories in the world of sports. From LeBron James, to Patrick Mahomes, this show will bring you the first, and most incisive, opinions on the best sports stories.

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Latest Episodes

(0:00) Argentina beat England

(24:20) George Pickens to play on Franchise Tag

(33:14) How impressive is Messi?

(43:14) BUD List

(01:03:43) Argentina comeback or England collapse?

(01:12:01) Rob Stone joins

(01:23:08)Have Argentina or Spain been ... more

(0:00) Spain beat France 2-0, Argentina vs. England preview

(27:37) Should Drake Maye be higher ranked than Justin Herbert?

(38:40) What to make of Lamine Yamal drawing a penalty?

(45:14) Kylian Mbappé takes responsibility for France’s loss

(01:0... more

(0:00) France vs. Spain preview, Argentina has lowest odds

(26:34) Lamar Jackson ranked 69th in NFL Top 100

(41:41) Lamine Yamal expectations

(48:01) Expect a high scoring game in France vs. Spain?

(01:07:15) Josh Allen ranked as Top QB

(01:18:2... more

(0:00) Argentina has lowest remaining odds to win WC, Will England impress?

(20:06) Top 10 QBs in NFL entering 2026/27 season

(32:03) Lamar Jackson ranked 69th on NFL’s Top 100 Players list

(37:21) Spain vs. England pitches

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Recent Guests

Owen Hargreaves
Former professional footballer, analyst
FOX Sports / Analyst
Episode: France beats Morocco, Spain vs. Belgium preview, Kawhi Leonard trade on hold, World Cup Title Pie
Rich Paul
LeBron James's agent, discussed in context of LeBron's hypothetical team moves
Klutch Sports/Athlete representation
Episode: Portugal beats Croatia, Spain beats Austria, World Cup Title Pie, Should Lakers fans be happy?
Max Kellerman
Commentator/analyst providing outside perspective
Episode: Portugal beats Croatia, Spain beats Austria, World Cup Title Pie, Should Lakers fans be happy?
Kyle Van Noy
Two-time Super Bowl champion, former Raven, NFL analyst in studio
Former NFL player / ESPN analyst
Episode: Jaylen Brown traded to 76ers, World Cup Big Board Power Rankings, Kyle Van Noy joins
Darren Fletcher
Fox football analyst
Fox Sports
Episode: LeBron James to leave Lakers, Kawhi Leonard traded to Raptors, France beats Sweden, Nick’s Tiers
James Corden
Television host and guest on promo segment
CBS/Host
Episode: Warriors pursuing LeBron and AD, World Cup Knockout Stage Predictions, A.J. Brown-Maye duo
Nick Friedel
Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Cristiano Ronaldo scores brace in Portugal win, Giannis Antetokounmpo traded, NBA Draft preview
Nick Friedle
Senior NBA writer for the Athletic, guest analyst
The Athletic
Episode: Lionel Messi scores brace in Argentina win vs. Austria, Would Giannis to the Celtics be a good move?
Dax McCarty
Friend of the show, former professional soccer player
FOX Sports / ESPN
Episode: Mexico beats South Korea, USA vs. Australia preview, Knicks parade, Cowboys expectations, Title Pie

Hosts

Nick Wright
Host of First Things First; lead discussion and discussion framing
Chris Broussard
Co-host; provides analysis, reactions, and perspective
Kevin Wildes
Co-host; engages in debate and banter; roundtable dynamic

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • Favorite Podcast!

    I absolutely look forward to listening to this show everyday, to the point where I dread their vacations because it deprives me of a chance to listen in. My only constructive feedback would be that whomever edits and posts the podcast ought to be a little more careful and consistent because the episodes are often late and occasionally large chunks or even entire episodes are missing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawn Senior
    United States15 days ago
  • Pass

    Podcast Addict
    1
    J Mac
    a month ago
  • Love This Pod & Show

    1st T/Y For Giving It To s.a.s. he’s A Horrible POS “Officials Referees Stripes Zebras” WHATEVER You Want To Call^THEM^& This Year Especially They’ve Been Horrible Terrible Dwn-Right BAD.! Please Excuse Me But We Have To FN Go There. RACISM Is EVERYWHERE & Because of “maga” AND maga Is EVERYWHERE & Yes NBA NFL etc RACISM Is The Most Dangerous EVIL Thing Ever. I Don’t Believe It’s ALL YT’s But 1-Is Enough To Spoil A Whole Bunch.! 1-🍊Ruining The WORLD. Watching Lakers vs Thunder On Thur 05/07/26 ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United States2 months ago
  • Where’s Chris Broussard? 👀

    Was that Chris Broussard who took a pop at Trump? Sure as hell looked like him…. 👀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frankwhitenyking
    United States3 months ago
  • Positivity

    The reason I love this show so much is because all the others shows on tv, especially on espn are so negative and make me not want to watch sports, this show makes me love sports and I appreciate that!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    49ers legit es foetnite
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A few comments call for more post-show content or deeper analysis.
Listeners praise chemistry and diverse perspectives among hosts.
Many appreciate the insightful, balanced debates on major sports events.
Fans like the guest selections and cross-sport discussions.
Some feedback notes ad pacing and editing/read timing could improve.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#5
United States/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#58
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#94
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
Australia/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brazil beats Japan, Ja Morant traded to Trail Blazers, Are the Warriors building a Big 4?
Q: What do you make of the Ja Morant trade to Portland?
The panel sees it as a potentially bigger move, not just a single swap, with Portland exploring star acquisitions (like Jalen Brown) to create a top-tier, two-way roster that could alter outcomes in the West, though there are doubts about overall fit and long-term sustainability.
Lionel Messi scores brace in Argentina win vs. Austria, Would Giannis to the Celtics be a good move?
Q: Would the Celtics be title favorites if they acquire Giannis?
Yes, the consensus is that Giannis would instantly elevate Boston to the top tier of the East and likely the league, especially when paired with Tatum and a strong supporting cast, though depth and fit would need to be managed.
USA beats Australia without Christian Pulisic & Advances to Round of 32, Bob Bradley joins
Q: Do you think the US can make a deep run given the home advantage and the two wins so far?
Yes, the hosts have a strong combination of home crowd energy, depth, and tactical cohesion under Pochettino, which could carry them further into the knockout rounds, though final outcomes will depend on matchups and staying healthy.
England beats Croatia, Portugal & DR Congo draw, Pulisic calf concerns, Tyler Adams joins, BUD List
Q: How healthy is Christian Pulisic and should he play vs Australia?
There is a divide: some believe he must play if fully fit to lead the team, while others argue to protect him for the knockout rounds, suggesting a cautious approach with Pulisic potentially sitting if risk to long-term participation exists.
Patriots trade for A.J. Brown, Spurs vs Knicks Finals picks, Club Superstar 5.0, Myles Garrett trade
Q: What are the expectations for AJ. Brown with Drake Maye in New England?
The panel believes Brown should uplift Maye by providing a true number one target, improving contested catches and overall ball distribution, which could boost Maye's efficiency and confidence as a young quarterback.

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The show features a fast-paced, opinionated sports roundtable led by three veteran hosts who tackle the biggest stories across basketball, football, and broader sports. Episodes mix sharp analysis, cross-sport banter, and guest appearances from top athletes and media figures, with frequent sponsor reads and timely debates on current seasons, playoffs, and major events. The format emphasizes quick takes, quantified fan engagement, and strong chemistry among hosts, making it a reliable destination for fans who want bold perspectives and accessible, hour‑long discussions on the day's top sports topics.

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1. Owen Hargreaves
2. Rich Paul
3. Max Kellerman
4. Kyle Van Noy
5. Darren Fletcher
6. James Corden
7. Nick Friedel
8. Nick Friedle

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